Best of Anacortes 2021 A supplement to the Anacortes American
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Best of Anacortes
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Each year, Anacortes American readers vote on which businesses they think deserve the honor of being named the Best of Anacortes. Participants cast 19,696 votes in the contest this year. Winners are listed in bold, with finalists listed below them in alphabetical order.
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BEST HARDWARE STORE and BEST GARDENING SUPPLIES
YOUR Locally owned hardware store since 1979!
1720 Q Ave. Anacortes • 360.293.3535 www.aceanacortes.com
1999151
Store Hours: Mon-Fri 7am-7pm • Sat 8am-7pm • Sun 8am-6pm
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Special Categories Best Event
Most Community-Minded
Anacortes Cancer Walk
Western Bud
Anacortes Arts Festival Anacortes Farmers Market
SignDog NW Your Story Foundation
It was a real eye opener to me six years ago when I had an initial conversation with the Cancer Care Center to hear that so many local families need assistance while going through treatments. The last thing that someone should worry about during treatment is how they are going to get a ride to their appointment, or how they will pay for their electrical bill that month. I am also very proud that all of our fundraising efforts stay local. – Karla DeCamp, founder Anacortes Cancer Walk
Best New Business Paris Restaurant
THANK YOU ANACORTES for voting us the
BEST for 2021!
Members of Soroptimist International of Anacortes www.soroptimistanacortes.org
2044534
S.I. of Anacortes would like to express their gratitude to all our loyal customers, future customers, and the entire community for your patience during the many months that our Thrift Shop has been closed. We are looking forward to seeing you all again. Your continued support over the years with donations and purchases from our shop gives us the opportunity to continue our work of serving the needs of our community and globally for over 70 years.
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Best Restaurant
Best Live Entertainment
A’Town Bistro
Port of Anacortes Summer Concert Series
Adrift Restaurant Bastion Brewing Co.
ACT Theater Anacortes Arts Festival
We have a dedicated and talented staff. We are passionate about what we do, whether it’s the cocktails, the bartenders the cooks. We are like a family. That’s what sets us apart from a lot of other businesses. We appreciate the support. It’s really about the community. We wouldn’t be here if they weren’t. – Tim Moffitt, owner A’Town Bistro
BEST NUTRITION STORE!
Thanks for voting
Anacortes Kayak Tours
BEST TOURS!
We are immensely grateful for your continued support. It’s a great pleasure to serve our community.
AKT is grateful for Anacortes and all the love and support we have received over the years. Thank you all.
• Explore the San Juans • Short day trips • Multi-day trips • Sea & Sky (kayak & climb) • Kayak classes available
360-588-1117
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Services
Assisted Living
Auto Body Work
Lighthouse Memory Care
Dunton’s Body Shop
Fidalgo Care Center Rosario Assisted Living
Anacortes Automotive Zap Pro Lube & Brakes
We believe in meeting every resident where they are at within the disease journey that is dementia. This means we live moment-to-moment to provide a supportive, safe, nurturing environment.
Auto Parts Store Piston Service – Auto Plus
– Laura Willingham Lighthouse Memory Care
Les Schwab Tires O’Reilly Auto Parts
The Rogers Family
would like to sincerely Thank all of our Loyal Customers & Hard-working Staff for your continued support throughout the past year, and for voting us
Best Tavern & Best Hamburger
& a finalist for Best Fish'n'Chips once again! We wouldn't be here without YOU!
It has been our distinct privilege & pleasure to serve Anacortes!
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Auto Repair
Chiropractor
Don Jerkos Repair & Performance
Anacortes Chiropractic Center
Anacortes Automotive Zap Pro Lube & Brakes
Chris Frost Chiropractic Sound Health Chiropractic: Dr. David Cox
Bank
Computer Repair
Bank of the Pacific
CompuMatter, LLC
Banner Bank Washington Federal
Anacortes Computer Services Pete Pettersen – Sound Competing Solutions
Car Wash
Convenience Store
Blue Cow Carwash
Harold’s Market
Bubba Sudz Car Wash and Detail
Rosario Market The Store in Anacortes
THANK YOU, ANACORTES!!! We are very honored to have been selected as one of the Top 3 of Anacortes’ Best Homebuilders! To again be selected, surrounded by several other General Contractors that we have the upmost respect for, is beyond a compliment.This would not be possible without our loyal and hardworking Staff and Crew that I am so proud to call my Keystone Family.They all have their own personalities and attributes that, combined, have been the ingredients of a very successful Small Town Business and I am proud of each and every one of them!! We also have to thank the valuable, long time relationships we have established with our vendors and subcontractors! This last year has had its challenges with the impact of COVID 19 and has had a huge effect on schedules and product availability! With these struggles, our Vendors and Subcontractors have done their best to help us navigate these uncharted waters and we appreciate each and every one of them as well. And last but not least we want to thank all of our clients, that in most cases have become a part of our Keystone Family. We want to thank them, of course, for their business but also for their patience! This year has not been an easy one for most small businesses, including ours. We are all hopeful that this year things will become more stable and we can continue to move through our busy schedule at more of a “normal” pace! At times I have to pinch myself with profound gratefulness that I get to build homes for people in the community that I grew up in! Knowing that when I walk away, these homes we build will be filled with memories and laughter that will forever be engraved in our clients’ hearts and minds is a true blessing!! Thank you all again for your support!! Sincerely, Kristopher Yaun
Keystone Building Services Best Home Builder 1007 8th Street – Anacortes
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2045138
360-588-4189
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Cosmetic Skin Care
Haircut
Jilian G Salon
Jilian G Salon
Apothecary Spa The Sugar Studio
Red Salon 6th Street Hair Co.
Dentist
Health Club
Drs. Kari & Nick Wilson: Sound Dentistry
Thrive Community Fitness
Dr. Huntsinger’s Family Dental Care Mountain View Dental Center
Anacortes Senior Activity Center Fidalgo Pool & Fitness Center
Dry Cleaner/Laundry
Home Builder
Econo-Wash Laundry & Dry Cleaners
Kreider Construction
Thrifty Cleaners
Keystone Building Services, LLC Strandberg Construction Inc.
Thank YouAnacortes Anacortes for Thank You ForChoosing Choosing BURTON JEWELERS asBEST BEST JEWELER BURTON JEWELERS OF 2020 We arehonored honored thank We are andand thank you youvoting for voting best for us the us Bestthe Jewelers jewelers in Anacortes. and a finalist for Best Art We strive to provide you Gallery in Anacortes.We strive tothe provide the best service, bestyou service, quality quality and selection right here and selection right here Anacortes 91 years! ininyour home for town for 90 Come in and let help years! Come in us and letyou us with you your with specialyour fine special jewelry help and giftware needs. jewelry and gift needs.
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L-R: Anna-Maria Finn-Hurley (Candidate for Graduate of Gemology), Douglas Burton, Holly Burton, Aero, Philip Burton (Registered Jeweler), Pam Almgren (Certified Sales Associate), Bob Anderson (Master Goldsmith).
Monday–Saturday 9:30-5:30pm Temporary current hours, Tues-Sat 11-4. Appointments strongly encouraged. Walk-ins accommodated as time & space allows. www.BurtonJewelers.com www.BurtonJewelers.com
♦ •In-house In-housecustom customjewelry jewelry designand andexpert expert repairs design Fine CanadianOrigin & Natural ♦ •Fine Canadian Colored Diamonds White Diamonds & • Unique Colored Gemstones Natural Colored Diamonds and Birthstone Jewelry ♦ Unique Colored Gemstones • Fine watches watch repair and Birthstoneand Jewelry • Appraisals for Insurance ♦ Fine watches and watch and repair Estate Value ♦ Appraisals for Insurance and • Fine tableware, barware, Estate Value giftware and artglass ♦ Fine tableware, barware, giftware and artglass
7th & Commercial in Anacortes Toll-free: 888-293-6469 REGISTERED JEWELER
AMERICAN GEM SOCIETY
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BEST CAR WASH!
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Hotel/Motel Majestic Inn & Spa Cap Sante Inn Swinomish Casino & Lodge
House Painting North West Colors Painting A Good Painter LLC Rick Skillman Painting
Insurance Agency
• Full Service Car Wash, 4 Wash Options
Scott Richards Insurance Allstate – Tamara J. Willis State Farm – Michael Mast
• Self Service Car Wash & Vacuum Service • Complete Auto Detailing Services
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BEST COFFEE!
Purchase one car wash and receive a voucher for ONE FREE CAR WASH
3216 Commercial Ave. • 360-293-3059 bubbasudzcarwash.com
1998116
Coupon expires 6/30/21 and not to be used with any other offers.
801 21st Street • 360-293-2158
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Investment Advisor
Moorage Facility
Edward Jones – Gary L. Thramer
Cap Sante Marina (Port of Anacortes)
Edward Jones – Steven W. Rutz Edward Jones – Troy W. Kunz
Anacortes Marina Skyline Moorage
Landscaping ProScapes Gonzales Landscaping & Maintenance Simply Yards Landscape and Design
Massage Therapist Apothecary Spa
Although we take pride in the infrastructure, our customer service is what sets us apart. We try to give the best experience to our visiting boaters, as well as our permanent moorage customer every single day. Additionally, we support a vibrant working marina with our two commercial docks, as well as yacht brokers and yacht charters on our main docks. We have more guest boater nights (over 17,000 in 2020) than any other public marina in the state.
Stacie Kaleel, LMP Tara Swenson
– Dan Worra, Director Port of Anacortes
Our hearts are full, thank you to all our amazing clients for your continued support! From left: Anna, Diane, Mel, Jackie, Taylor, Lindsey
360.293.7571
907 6th St. • 6thStreetHairCo.com
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Nail Salon
Property Management
Washington Nails
Windermere Property Management
American Nail & Spa Fidalgo Nails
Anacortes Property Management John L Scott Property Management
Pet Grooming Clean & Clip Grooming Smarter Than Your Dog Sunnyhill Kennels
Plumbing Company The Plumbing Guys, Inc.
We are focused on client satisfaction. So when we get feedback, whether it is good or bad, we tailor our services to fit those needs. We are a fun group and we really love our clients. We want good tenants for our owners, but we also want the perfect property for our tenants to move into. – Dreabon Knowles, Director of Operations Windermere Property Management
Anacortes Plumbing R&R Plumbing: Richard A Kopp
Thank you for Voting!
“Best Convenience Store”
Lowest Cash Gas Price in Anacortes! A cornerstone of the community for over 40 years. We look forward to serving our community for another 40 with affordable gas and goods!
6186 State Route 20 Anacortes, Washington 98221
Thank you so much for supporting our small business and big dr dream! Join our VIP facebook group for new arrivals, special sales and giveaways: https://www.facebook.com/groups/blackberrylane/
Shop our Website with code THANKYOU25 for 25% off your first purchase! www.shopblackberrylane.com Email us at bblane.stephaniebates@gmail.com for open shopping hours!
2044437
“Best Grocery Store”
W are extremely honored We to be rrecognized as the Best Clothing Stor Store of Anacortes! We could not have gotten W here without the love and her support of our community!
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Real Estate
Tours
Windermere
Anacortes Kayak Tours
Kelli Lang Real Estate – Re/Max Gateway Windermere Solutions: Gina Davis
Island Adventures Puget Sound Express
Rental Service
Veterinary Services
Sebo’s Hardware & Rental
Whistle Veterinary Clinic
Birch Equipment Rental & Sales Diamond Rentals Anacortes
Tax Preparation Firm Williams & Nulle PLLC CPAs Anacortes Tax Services Furin & Company
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Anacortes Animal Hospital Fidalgo Animal Medical Center
Vision Center Island Optometry Island Eye Physicians and Surgeons
for voting us the Best Assisted Living in Anacortes!
We love being a part of this special community.
3502 ‘K’ Avenue • Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 399-7263
www.LighthouseMemoryCare.com
Serving Skagit County & the San Juan Islands
2045007
Day By Day... here for you
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Goods Antique Store
Bookstore
Alley Cat Antiques
Pelican Bay Books & Coffeehouse
Soroptimist International of Anacortes The Predecessors (Formally The Mercantile)
Watermark Book Co. What sets us apart? Truly, nothing – we just celebrated four years in this location, and I will always remember March 4, 2017. That was the day that dozens of people helped us move 90 percent of the store in one day. I learned we don't own the bookstore, the community owns the bookstore.
Art Gallery Scott Milo Gallery Burton Jewelers Red Salon
– Eli Barrett, owner Pelican Bay Books & Coffeehouse
VOTED BEST
NauNg Mai Thai Thai KiTChEN
ASIAN RESTAURANT
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Clothing Blackberry Lane Island Styles Tides of Anacortes
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We have been blessed beyond measure to have the love and support of our community. We provide customers with quality, stylish women’s fashion at amazing prices. This provides a local shopping opportunity for all sizes, ages and budgets. – Stephanie Bates, owner Blackberry Lane
Sheely’s Floral & Gifts Buer’s Floral & Vintage Safeway
Gardening Supplies Ace Hardware Sebo’s Hardware & Rental
We have a great garden center, but we are really known for our customer service. We work with people to solve the problem they are happening. It’s all about the customers. – Chris Holle, manager Ace Hardware
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Gift Shop
Grocery Store
Island Styles
Harold’s Market
Anacortes Oil & Vinegar Bar The Johnson Manor
Safeway The Market at Anacortes
Hardware Store Ace Hardware Frontier Building Supply Sebo’s Hardware & Rental
We are here for our customers and all about service. We’ve created a really warm, family-oriented atmosphere, a clean atmosphere and our community loves us. Come in and you’ll always get a smile and welcome.
Jewelry Store
– Hope Noyes, manager Harold’s Market
Burton Jewelers Camwood Jewelers Soroptimist International of Anacortes
We are happy and proud to be a part of the Anacortes community! Working together for your financial future.
Voted Best Gift Shop
• Estate & Legacy Strategies • Retirement Income & Savings Strategies • Life & Long-Term Care Insurance & Annuities
and a finalist for Best Clothing
Thank you, Anacortes!
Kristen Murphy, Sr. Branch Office Administrator; Troy Kunz, Financial Advisor; Tiffannie Pierce, Sr. Branch Office Administrator
Troy W. Kunz, CFP®, AAMS® Financial Advisor 1120 12th St, Anacortes, WA 98221 360-293-4581 • www.edwardjones.com
WhenYou Look Good,You Feel Good. Unique Women’s Clothing ~ Shoes ~ Accessories 2014489
2044546
714 Commercial Ave., Anacortes (360) 293-3211 • www.facebook.com/nwislandstyles
Member SIPC
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Marine Chandlery
Recreational Marijuana
West Marine
Western Bud
Marine Supply & Hardware Co.
High Society Salish Coast Cannabis
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Nutrition Anacortes Health & Nutrition Lotus Natural Health Center The Market at Anacortes
Pharmacy Rite Aid Safeway Pharmacy Walgreens
Western Bud goes above and beyond to bring our customers the best prices and experience they can have while shopping for cannabis products. We are more than a dispensary, we are a part of the Anacortes community. – Ashley Belfsky Western Bud
Thank You Anacortes! Derek A. Klier Doctor of Chiropractic
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology Performance Enhancement Specialist - NASM
Anacortes Chiropractic Center
1017 7th Street, Anacortes • 360-293-6611
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Thrift Store
Toys
Soroptimist International of Anacortes
Boxes & Bears
Kiwanis Shop The Predecessors (Formally The Mercantile)
Lil’ Tugs Children’s Boutique Red Snapper
Wine Seller Compass Wines
The name Soroptimist means ‘Best For Women.’ Our commitment is to help improve the lives of women, children and families locally and around the world. Proceeds from the Thrift Shop enable our club to provide scholarships, awards, and donations to the Salvation Army, Family Center, Island Hospital and Relay for Life to name a few.
Salt & Vine - Cheese & Wine Bar The Store in Anacortes
– Leslie Dorn Soroptimist International of Anacortes
Supporting the Anacortes Community since 2009. The power of personal attention working for you. Finding solutions for your financial needs. Our clients’ interests come first. Gary L Thramer, AAMS® Financial Advisor 812 Commercial Ave Anacortes, WA 98221 2041755
360-293-5567
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Member SIPC
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Food, Drinks & Fun Asian Food
thank You anaCortes... For Voting us the best Best CAtering, Best LunCh And Best sAndwiCh
Celebrating 40 Years!
Naung Mai Thai Kitchen MaMa Wing Kitchen Teriyaki Time
Baked Goods The Store in Anacortes Calico Cupboard Cafe & Bakery Donut House
Wine Seller Baked Goods Convenience Store
293-7383 • 502 Commercial Ave • Anacortes gereadeli.com
1998629
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Breakfast
Catering
Dad’s Diner
Gere-a-Deli
Island Cafe Mary Ann’s Kitchen
Adrift Restaurant Dad’s Diner
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Clam Chowder Our philosophy has always been to treat people like friends and feed them like family. We want people to feel like they are eating in their own homes. Everything is made from scratch. Our goal is not to make money, it’s to make food. We wouldn’t be able to do this without the people who show up to work here, it’s really thanks to them. – Fletcher McLean, co-owner Dad’s Diner
Bob’s Chowder Bar A’Town Bistro Anthony’s at Cap Sante
Coffee Strawberry Bay Coffee Co. Penguin Coffee Starbucks
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Hometown Favorite for over 50 Years!
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Dinner A’Town Bistro Adrift Restaurant Anthony’s at Cap Sante
Thanks for voting us BEST PIZZA 18 years in a row!
Fish & Chips Rockfish Grill & Anacortes Brewery Bob’s Chowder Bar The Brown Lantern Ale House
Hamburger The Brown Lantern Ale House Adrift Restaurant Vagabond Station
THE WHEELHOUSE BAR
Thank you for voting us BEST MOORAGE FACILITY
360-293-7847
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Cap Sante Marina: • Permanent and Transient Moorage • Full Service Trailer Boat Launch • Small Craft Hoist • 125’ Fuel Dock with Competitive Prices 360-293-0694 PortofAnacortes.com • Credit Back Program
Thank you to our valued customers who have supported us through the years!
807 Commercial • Anacortes Visit us on facebook
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Lunch Gere-a-Deli Adrift Restaurant Island Cafe
Mexican Agave Taqueria El Jinete Mexican Restaurant Frida’s Gourmet Mexican Cuisine
Outdoor Dining
You deserve a BEST Bank! From air hugs to zoom holidays and caring for clients from a distance, we understand that the new normal isn’t normal for Anacortes. With 100 years under our belts, we make the best of times like these.
The Cabana at Anthony’s Anthony’s at Cap Sante Majestic Inn & Spa
We’re Still Standing!
Thank you for voting us as a finalist for the best of Anacortes! We appreciate all of our clients who voted and look forward to helping our clients and community this year. Let us show you why we were just voted Best Big Bank in Washington and Best Bank 3 years in a row by money.com. We’d love to know you better. Anacortes Branch 1017 Commercial Avenue 360-293-5181
Thanks Anacortes For Voting Us Best Fish and Chips Rockfish Grill and Anacortes Brewery An Anacortes Favorite 21 Years Running
Local Food, Local Beer, Made Here
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Pizza Village Pizza and Wheelhouse Bar Papa Murphy’s Take ‘N’ Bake Pizza Pizza Factory
Sandwich Gere-a-Deli Drink Your Veggies Vagabond Station
Seafood Anthony’s at Cap Sante
CHUBB LibertyMutual Red Shield GreatAmerican Hanover Nationwide Progressive
Thank You, anacorTes!
Home Auto Boat Business Since 1951 1116 12th Street 360-293-5158 Scottrichards.com
Safeco Travelers Grange Hartford MetLife Mutual of Enumclaw
Scot Buchanan • Sherri Bitterman • Nicole Schmidt Harmony Beebe • Cletha Sala • Joan Sommantico
insurance to meet your needs
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Adrift Restaurant Rockfish Grill & Anacortes Brewery
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Specialty Foods Anacortes Oil & Vinegar Bar A’Town Bistro Drink Your Veggies
Tavern/Lounge The Brown Lantern Ale House Bastion Brewing Co. Union Tavern – Local 902
Thank you once again Anacortes!
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Vegetarian Drink Your Veggies Adrift Restaurant Gere-a-Deli
My passion with this business, beyond just serving the healthiest food possible, is getting our community connected to other small businesses. We live in one of the most beautiful places in the world and I want to support the community and what makes it so unique. That means supporting other vendors and businesses. – Elizabeth Thornlow, owner Drink Your Veggies
thru march 20 art auction over 130 pieces of amazing ART
I am very honored to be A finalist in “Best of”! This honor really comes down to the relationships created with my wonderful clients who have become family.